Quality Technician - Chemist (Remote Opportunity)

About the Role

Join Colgate-Palmolive as a Quality Technician - Chemist in a remote capacity, where you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety and quality of products that millions of pets and people trust. As a Quality Technician - Chemist, you will drive excellence by performing sophisticated analytical, physical, and chemical testing that directly impacts our site’s success.

What You'll Do

• Execute high-precision analytical testing and inspection of raw materials and finished products to ensure every item meets our strict Quality Plan and SOPs.
• Verify and document essential food safety data, including PCQI/COA verification, ensuring 100% accuracy of analytical results within SAP and digital databases.
• Maintain and calibrate advanced laboratory equipment (e.g., ICP, NIR, Karl Fischer) to ensure peak performance and reliability of testing data.
• Collaborate with third-party laboratories and internal stakeholders to resolve testing discrepancies and keep our quality manuals at the cutting edge of industry standards.
• Lead facility-wide continuous improvement projects and cross-train team members in statistical concepts and microbiological testing to foster a growth mindset.
• Audit testing results to identify trends, perform lab investigations, and support regulatory compliance for FDA, USDA, and internal audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific field (Chemistry, Biology, or Food Science preferred).
• Operational Flexibility: Ability to work any schedule, including weekends, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience in an analytical laboratory within the food, consumer product, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated experience with laboratory information systems (e.g., SAP) and advanced math/statistical skills for data analysis.
• Proven track record of data-driven decision-making and leadership in a laboratory or quality setting.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry and knowledge of analytical method validation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, facilitate progress, and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• A minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays.
• Paid sick leave adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.